

Gareth Brown
Middle East correspondent for The Economist, reporting on the situation in Lebanon.
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Oct 25, 2024 • 25min
Follow the leader: who will run Hamas?
Gareth Brown, a Middle East correspondent based in Beirut, discusses the power vacuum in Hamas after the killing of its commander and introduces potential successors amid ideological divides. Rebecca Jackson analyzes the pivotal role of Black voters in Georgia's upcoming election, noting shifts in young voters' priorities towards economic issues. Meanwhile, Anne Rowe reflects on the life of Fethullah Gulen, exploring his political influence and the impact of events like the 2016 coup on Turkish politics.

Aug 7, 2024 • 26min
Walz onto the stage: Kamala Harris’s VP pick
John Priddo, the U.S. editor for The Economist, discusses Tim Walz's tactical rise as the Democratic VP pick and its implications for voter alignment. Gareth Brown, the Middle East correspondent, sheds light on the precarious tensions in Lebanon, predicting an escalation of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. Meanwhile, Andrew Palmer, Britain's editor, explores the challenges executives face in making timely decisions and their struggles to recognize when to step down from their positions. This mix of politics and regional drama offers a compelling analysis of current issues.